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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Govt to distribute 10k high-yielding cows to farmers: CM
1 2 3 Bhubaneswar: State govt will distribute 10,000 high-milk yielding cows to farmers under the Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana, announced chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday. An MoU was signed between the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation (Omfed) in Cuttack on Saturday, under which NDDB will facilitate the supply of 3,000 to 4,000 high-milk-yielding cows of Gir, Sahiwal and cross-bred varieties to dairy farmers in the state. Plans are also underway to set up a biogas plant with NDDB's support, aiming at sustainable energy and added income for livestock owners. Majhi launched milk powder packaging machines and handed over 22 new milk tankers to various dairy societies. Built at an investment of Rs 7.5 crore, the capacity of the tankers ranges from 2,000 to 15,000 litres. Additionally, three advanced milk packaging machines worth Rs 3.5 crore were inaugurated to increase processing capacity. "The initiatives will enhance milk procurement from farmers, with the state aiming to increase its current daily milk production of 72 lakh litres to 165 lakh litres by 2036 and 274 lakh litres by 2047," Majhi said. He further said that a contract has been signed between Omfed and Shree Jagannath Temple Administration for supplying around 30 metric tonnes of ghee for Mahaprasad and other rituals. Besides, the federation is now focusing on producing value-added dairy products such as paneer, butter, chhenapoda, ice cream, flavoured milk, mishti doi, peda and rabdi, among others. "These initiatives are also opening new income avenues for Odisha's youth," Majhi said. During the event, the CM interacted with dairy farmers, inquiring about their challenges and receiving feedback. The event was attended by minister for fisheries and animal resources development Gokulananda Mallik, Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, Omfed chairman Kishore Chandra Pradhani, NDDB dairy services director Debanand, Omfed director Vijay Amrut Kulange, among others. Bhubaneswar: State govt will distribute 10,000 high-milk yielding cows to farmers under the Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana, announced chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday. An MoU was signed between the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation (Omfed) in Cuttack on Saturday, under which NDDB will facilitate the supply of 3,000 to 4,000 high-milk-yielding cows of Gir, Sahiwal and cross-bred varieties to dairy farmers in the state. Plans are also underway to set up a biogas plant with NDDB's support, aiming at sustainable energy and added income for livestock owners. Majhi launched milk powder packaging machines and handed over 22 new milk tankers to various dairy societies. Built at an investment of Rs 7.5 crore, the capacity of the tankers ranges from 2,000 to 15,000 litres. Additionally, three advanced milk packaging machines worth Rs 3.5 crore were inaugurated to increase processing capacity. "The initiatives will enhance milk procurement from farmers, with the state aiming to increase its current daily milk production of 72 lakh litres to 165 lakh litres by 2036 and 274 lakh litres by 2047," Majhi said. He further said that a contract has been signed between Omfed and Shree Jagannath Temple Administration for supplying around 30 metric tonnes of ghee for Mahaprasad and other rituals. Besides, the federation is now focusing on producing value-added dairy products such as paneer, butter, chhenapoda, ice cream, flavoured milk, mishti doi, peda and rabdi, among others. "These initiatives are also opening new income avenues for Odisha's youth," Majhi said. During the event, the CM interacted with dairy farmers, inquiring about their challenges and receiving feedback. The event was attended by minister for fisheries and animal resources development Gokulananda Mallik, Cuttack MP Bhartruhari Mahtab, Omfed chairman Kishore Chandra Pradhani, NDDB dairy services director Debanand, Omfed director Vijay Amrut Kulange, among others.
United News of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
UP CM Yogi performs special puja on Guru Purnima, holds Janta Darshan
Gorakhpur, July 10 (UNI) On the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and Goraksha Peethadhishwar Yogi Adityanath performed a special worship of Shivavatar Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath at the Gorakhnath Temple today, honouring the rich traditions of the Nath sect. He paid heartfelt tributes to his Gurudev, Brahmalin Mahant Avedyanath, Dadaguru Brahmalin Mahant Digvijaynath, Yogiraj Baba Gambhirnath, and all the revered gurus of the Nath tradition, offering rituals and expressing gratitude for their lifelong guidance on the path of public service and spiritual upliftment. The Guru Purnima rituals began at 5 AM amid Vedic chants and concluded with a collective Mahaarati. Following the tradition, Mahaprasad was offered to Guru Gorakhnath. While Guru worship is a part of Yogi Adityanath's daily routine at the temple, Guru Purnima holds a special significance. On this day, he performed ceremonial worship at the Samadhi sites of his spiritual forebears and extended warm wishes of Guru Purnima to the people of the country. Meanwhile, despite a packed Guru Purnima schedule, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a Janta Darshan in Gorakhpur today, reaffirming his government's commitment to resolving public grievances with urgency and empathy. After morning rituals, he met nearly 200 people at the Gorakhnath temple complex, hearing their concerns and assuring timely redressal. Many citizens, including women, raised issues related to land disputes and illegal encroachments. The Chief Minister took serious note and directed officials to take swift and strict action. He stressed that resolutions must be prompt, effective, and leave complainants fully satisfied, reiterating that grievance redressal must be both result-oriented and people-centric. For those seeking financial assistance for treatment of serious illnesses, CM Yogi assured them that lack of money would not hinder anyone's medical care. He instructed the administration to expedite the preparation of cost estimates for the concerned patients and submit them to the government immediately so that funds could be released without delay. UNI MBD RN
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Time of India
Vacant Gundicha Templa waits for sibling deities for a year
Bhubaneswar: The Gundicha Temple in Puri has fallen silent, returning to solitude as the sibling deities — gods Jagannath, Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra — departed for their main abode, Jagannath Temple, during Saturday's Bahuda Yatra. The Gundicha shrine, believed to be the deities' birthplace, will remain vacant until next year's Rath Yatra. "This remarkable temple holds a unique distinction, as it's presumably the only shrine where the sanctum sanctorum remains vacant (without any deity) except for about a week when the divine siblings visit their birthplace during Rath Yatra," said Binayak Dasmohapatra, a senior servitor of the Jagannath Temple. "Only a humble earthen lamp continues to illuminate their consecrated podium at Gundicha Temple following their departure," said Dasmohapatra. This usually quiet temple transformed into a vibrant and bustling spiritual centre, hosting 25 daily rituals and serving Mahaprasad to countless devotees, akin to the Jagannath temple, ever since the deities arrived on June 28 a day after Rath Yatra. Although the temple will remain without its principal deities for worship, pilgrims maintain unrestricted access to the sacred premises. On normal days, the temple receives about 200 devotees. The architectural marvel stands within an extensively landscaped garden, earning its endearing nickname as the Lord's "garden house". The garden is home to diverse vegetation, including coconut palms, magnificent mango trees, medicinal neem trees, and aromatic plants such as sacred "tulasi", fragrant roses, and jasmine. The entire temple complex is encompassed by a boundary wall measuring 430 feet in length, 320 feet in breadth, and reaching a height of 20 feet. Local devotees expressed profound emotional attachment and a sense of emptiness following the deities' departure. "The void becomes palpable after the Bahuda Yatra. This year's farewell carries additional emotional weight due to the unprecedented and tragic stampede incident on June 29, which claimed three precious lives outside the Gundicha Temple. Such a heartbreaking occurrence was previously unheard of at this sacred site, which remains intrinsically connected to Jagannath culture during the Rath Yatra," said Sovan Pattnaik, a local devotee. The temple's historical and spiritual significance is deeply rooted in various legendary narratives, particularly highlighting Queen Gundicha's unwavering devotion to Lord Jagannath. Somanath Pujapanda, a Jagannath researcher, said, "Multiple fascinating legends surround the Gundicha temple's origins. One prominent narrative recounts how Queen Gundicha, wife of King Indradyumna, demonstrated exceptional devotion to Lord Jagannath. Moved by her profound dedication, the Lord promised to visit her residence during the Ratha Yatra. Another legend designates this sacred space as the birthplace of the divine siblings." Recent renovations have enhanced the shrine's exterior appearance with stone-cladding, landscaping, and improved lighting. "With conclusion of Rath Yatra, the Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation Limited will undertake comprehensive renovation inside Gundicha temple, including improvements to the kitchen and Nata Mandap. Murals highlighting Jagannath culture will be crafted on walls inside the shrine," said Arabinda Kumar Padhee, chief administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Koraput supplies 1st batch of organic kalajeera rice to Puri temple
1 2 Koraput: In a proud milestone for tribal heartland, Koraput district administration flagged off the inaugural supply of organic kalajeera rice from Shabar Shreekhetra, Koraput to the Jagannath Temple, Puri, on Thursday. The initiative, launched on the auspicious occasion of Netrotsav, marks the beginning of the Amrut Anna Yojana, which aims to prepare Mahaprasad using organic rice. "It's a proud moment for tribal farmers of the district. As it has been decided by the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration, the rice will be used regularly in "Kotha Bhogo" and Mahaprasad during this year's Rath Yatra and beyond. Also, a dedicated Amrut Anna sales counter will be opened at the temple to offer organic Mahaprasad to devotees," said collector (Koraput) Keerthi Vasan V. The journey from Koraput to Puri also symbolizes the socio-cultural empowerment of tribal communities, promoting organic agriculture, food safety, and natural resource conservation. The initiative is expected to enhance the economic resilience of small holder farmers while placing Koraput firmly on India's GI map, he added. For the inaugural journey, 32 quintals of organic kalajeera rice, along with one quintal each of 'moong' and 'biri' (black gram), have been dispatched to Puri. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Wunstorf: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo The GI-tagged Koraput kalajeera rice, known for its aroma and fine quality, has been traditionally cultivated by small and marginal tribal farmers. With support from the state govt and Nabard, it received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, opening new markets and boosting demand across India and overseas. In kharif 2024, over 1,800 farmers across eight blocks of Koraput cultivated kalajeera rice on 1,365 acres. For the first time, 1,900 quintals of paddy were directly procured through independent mandis set up by farmer groups. This year, the cultivation target has been scaled up to 2,000 acres, including indigenous varieties.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- The Hindu
Puri Rath Yatra to be held under AI-enabled cameras, NSG snipers to watch from rooftops
'The seaside pilgrim town of Puri on Wednesday (June 25, 2025) turned into a fortress with around 10,000 security personnel deployed for the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath on June 27,' police said. 'Besides, more than 250 Artificial Intelligence-enabled cameras have been installed in various places in the town for surveillance,' a police officer said. The security personnel, including those of Central Armed Forces, participated in a rehearsal to prepare themselves to handle the lakhs of devotees who will arrive in the town from every nook and cranny of the country and abroad to get a glimpse of the trinity, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The deities come out of the 12th-century shrine to mingle with devotees cutting across caste, creed and religion once a year. 'As this year's Rath Yatra celebration will be held post-Pahalgam terror attack, security arrangements have been made keeping different aspects in view,' a senior police officer said. "An Integrated Command and Control Room has been set up in Puri for the first time. Around 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras have been installed along the route between Uttara Chhak and Puri town and between Puri and Konark. The live visuals from these cameras will be monitored round the clock," Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Y.B. Khurania said after giving the final touch to the security arrangements made for the mega festival. Puri Rath yatra: East Coast Railway announces special trains Mr. Khurania said the AI powered surveillance system will keep watch on traffic movements, crowd surge and help security personnel make a prompt decision and face emergencies in case any happens. 'Sub-control rooms have also been set up at key locations,' the DGP said. 'For the first time, National Security Guard (NSG) snipers have also been deployed on the rooftops of buildings given the threat assessment, while anti-drone technology and police-operated drones will also be in use for aerial surveillance,' the DGP said, adding that anti-sabotage teams, bomb squads, dog squads are also in place. The 10,000 security personnel deployed for the festival comprises Odisha Police and eight companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). 'To ensure full proof security on sea front, arrangements have been made with deployment of Odisha's Marine Police, Coast Guard, and Indian Navy,' he said. 'A real-time chatbot application has also been launched to assist visitors with information on parking availability, route maps, and directions to vacant parking spaces,' Mr. Khurania said. Puri Jagannath temple urges devotees not to consume 'Mahaprasad' on dining tables Expecting congregation of around 15 lakh people on the day one and two of the festival, DGP Khurania emphasised that priority will be given to proper service and security of the devotees. "Extensive arrangements have been made for the orderly darshan of the devotees. Experienced police officers have been deployed for Rath Yatra duty," he said. The Director of Intelligence R.P. Koche said since the Shri Jagannath Temple is located in a high-security zone, its importance increases significantly during the Rath Yatra. 'Besides, special security arrangements have been made for Sri Gundicha Temple and the three chariots,' Mr. Koche said. The Additional Director General (ADG) of Police (Modernisation), Soumendra Priyadarshi, said appropriate arrangements have been made to control the crowd. ADG (Law and Order) Sanjay Kumar said the cooperation of the officers/staff of the police administration is essential for the orderly completion of the Rath Yatra. Shree Jagannath's Rath Yatra will begin on June 27 and end on July 8, 2025 with deities returning to the main shrine.
